ASSISTANT DAY PROGRAM MANGER - ADULT DAY SERVICES

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Assistant Day Program Manager – Adult Day Services

Full-Time, Hourly $24.00 - $26.40/hour

Make a Real Difference Every Day: Do you want a career where you directly impact lives, experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a strong sense of purpose?

Shifts Available

Monday – Friday, 8 am – 4 pm

About DDI: For nearly 65 years, DDI (Developmental Disabilities Institute) has been a leading agency providing a full spectrum of care for over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. We are driven by a dedicated team and a deep belief in the potential of every individual.

The Role: As an Assistant Day Program Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities in their daily lives by assisting with daily living activities, fostering their independence, promoting their well-being, and helping them connect with their communities. You will also be responsible for daily supervision of staff activities. As well as train and supervise new staff to work with the people DDI supports and ensures active treatment.

What You'll Do

• Responsible for daily supervision of staff activities; evaluation and administration of disciplinary action
• Knowledge of Emergency Procedures and accurate implementation of procedures in handling crisis situations as they arise.
• AMAP Certification - Obtain within the first 90 days in position and keep current.
• Train and supervise new staff to work with individual(s) served and ensure active treatment for the shift you supervise.
• Assist Program Manager with solving staff issues, disputes, and completing required paperwork.
• Instruction and documentation of formal goals and protocols in accordance with the CFA/ISP.
• Implementation of Behavior Plans and all other components of the annual plan.
• Evaluate (monthly) progress as related to short term objectives and formulation of new objectives based on level attained.
• Accompany individuals on medical appointments.
• Completion of incident reports and (SCIP-R reports)
• Participate in the development and revisions of formal goals, protocols, and Behavior Plans
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings, attend staff meetings and annual recertification trainings.
  
  

What You Bring To DDI

• High School Diploma, BA/BS preferred.
• One (1) year experience working with developmentally disabled adults, required.
• Valid NYS driver’s license and approved to drive by DDI’s Transportation Department
• Working knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis and Positive Behavioral Support
  
  

Why You'll Love This Job

• Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.
• Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.
• Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.
• Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.
• Exceptional Work-Life Balance: Explore flexible schedules with significant time off opportunities.
  
  

Here’s How We Support You

• Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.
• Exceptional Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.
• Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan.
• Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within DDI.
• And More: Paid time off and other valuable benefits!
  
  

If You Are

• Empathic, compassionate, and patient
• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic
• A good communicator and team player
• Passionate about making a difference
  
  

Then, we encourage you to apply and join the DDI team!

When you join our team, you become part of the DDI Family! Click here to watch our video to find out more about the DDI Family.

DDI is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. We are people inspired by purpose.